Selma

Selma University

Selma
#7809 / #2081
Global Influence / U.S. Influence
Private historically black Baptist Bible college

About Selma University

According to Wikipedia, Selma University is a Private historically black Baptist Bible college in Selma, Alabama. It is affiliated with the Alabama State Missionary Baptist Convention. History The institution was founded in 1878 as the Alabama Baptist Normal and Theological School to train African Americans as ministers and teachers. The school purchased the former Selma Fair Grounds later that same year, moving into the fair's old exposition buildings. Noted ministers such as William H. McAlpine, James A. Foster and R. Murrell were among the founders. At a meeting in Mobile, Alabama in 1874, the first trustees were elected: C. O. Booth, Alexander Butler, William H. McAlpine, Holland Thompson and H. J. Europe. The convention voted to locate the school in Selma in 1877. The school opened four years later in the Saint Phillips Street Baptist Church of Selma .

Selma University's Online Degrees

How Much Does Selma University Cost To Attend?

Tuition (in-state)
$4,800

Selma University's Demographics

Demographic data is for full-time, on-campus students.

Student BodyUnder-GradsGraduates
443113

Where is Selma University?

Selma University is located at 1501 Boynton St, Dinkins Hall, Selma AL 36701

How Safe is Selma University?

Selma has a violent crime rate of less than .01% and a property crime rate of less than .01%.

What Is Selma University Known For?

Selma University is known for it's academic work in the following disciplines:

Selma University's Top Areas of Influence With Degrees Offered

Biology
#9549
World Rank
#9564
Historical Rank
#2396
USA Rank
biology Degrees
Medical
#11481
World Rank
#11484
Historical Rank
#3214
USA Rank
medicine Degrees

Who Are Selma University's Most Influential Alumni?

Trixie Smith
An African American blues singer, recording artist, vaudeville entertainer, and actress .

Who Are Selma University's Most Influential Faculty?